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    2001 Volvo Penta 4.3 - High Oil pressure

    At idle the oil pressure gauge reads high and pegs full at WOT. I am running SAE 30. Can someone help with steps to diagnose high oil pressure? My research tells me the first step is plugging in a mechanical gauge to get an accurate reading. From what I can see from parts diagrams their is a...
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    SX/M Drive knocking - U joint?

    Volvo penta 4.3gl - SX M outdrive At idle there is a loud knocking/clunking from the lower unit. I think it increased with speed when I rev'd in neutral in the driveway, but it was hard to tell. I can hear a similar knocking on the water when pulling a U turn. I recently changed the lower...
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    Temp spikes when using trim controls, removed thermostat runs better

    Volvo Penta 4.3GL PEFS SX-M outdrive Purchased my first (used) boat this spring and I have been struggling with overheating. When I purchased the boat there was water in the oil and other issues which I have concluded was from the previous owner leaving the plug in while on the trailer. I have...
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    Volvo Penta 4.3GL - Help bring motor back to life

    Specs: 2001 Four Winns Horizon 190 Vovlo Penta 4.3GL PEFS (Black engine) SX-M Drive Unit Difficult to start (some grinding and whirling, about 5 seconds of starter needed). At Idle: Rough idle until upon start. Milky oil on dipstick(main concern). No knocking, but sounds "off" to me When...
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